Events

Welcome to ECHN’s Events Page!

Throughout the year, ECHN offers a wide variety of educational programs designed to educate and support all individuals within our community. Please explore our diverse offerings including childbirth and parent education courses, diabetes education, nutrition and wellness classes, free seasonal health education programs, and more.

Join us as we aim to create a healthier, more informed community. Together, we are making healthy happen!

January 2026

13
Tue
6:00 PM

Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Lactancia para la Pareja Embarazada Esta clase explica los benecificios de ammantar, las técnicas y posiciones, como expressar la leche materna y almacanamiento, maneras de prevenir problemas comunes, giando las primeras semanas en casa y mucho mas. Pardes y personas de apoyo son alentadas a attender. Enseñado por nuestras consultoras de lactancia. Se incluye un libro...

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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14
Wed
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class explains the advantages of nursing, breastfeeding techniques and positions, breast milk expression and storage, ways to prevent common problems, handling the first few weeks at home and more. Fathers and support persons are encouraged to attend. Taught by our Certified Lactation Consultants. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per couple: 1...

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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15
Thu
6:00 PM

Expectant Grandparent Class (Virtual)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...

Cost $20.00 – $30.00
$20.00 – $30.00
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16
Fri
6:00 PM

Vaginal Birth After Cesarean & Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth Class. Perfect for VBAC couples too! The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class participants will practice labor coping skills...

Cost $40.00
$40.00
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17
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class will run 4 Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31 and February 7th from 8:45 - 9:45am We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises,...

Cost $65.00
$65.00
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17
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class held Saturday January 17th 2026 from 8:45 - 9:45 am We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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17
Sat
9:00 AM

Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Family Birthing Center Tours are available by registration only. Tours are limited to expectant parents (Pregnant parent plus one additional partner only). Absolutely no children or walk ins allowed. Each 30 minute tour is limited to just 7 couples (1 ticket = 2 people). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email. Plan...

Cost Free
Free
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17
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class series will run 4 Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31 and February 7th from 10:15-11:15 A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience. ...

Cost $65.00
$65.00
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17
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness (Drop In)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience.  Babies from 6 weeks to 6 months are welcome and included in class as appropriate.  Enjoy...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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19
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Class runs every Monday virtually via Zoom from January 19 - February 23 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks. Topics include: stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures, positioning for labor, partner's role, analgesia, anesthesia, cesarean birth, postpartum adjustment, breastfeeding,...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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20
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms, please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Cost Free
Free
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20
Tue
12:00 PM

Benefits of Protein: Cooking Demo with Protein Shakes (Sweet Talk Support Group)

Miller Building, Manchester Memorial Hospital
75 Haynes Road, Manchester , CT
Details

“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker....

Cost Free
Free
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